We are the one-stop-shop for helping musicians redefine their career
We celebrate the fact that no two artists are the same.
Personalized Services
By providing personalized services, we are able to create a program or design ongoing services for every one of our artists’ unique needs.
Advance your Career
Whether you’ve won your dream career and don’t know what’s next or your trying to recruit for your new studio
Authenticity
We embrace the uniqueness of each artist, recognizing that no two are the same, and use that individuality to help you advance your career in a way that’s true to you.
11 years later
Why KCA is different
The Karen Cubides Agency began with a focus on exclusive artist management, providing individualized career guidance to a select roster of musicians. Over the last 11 years, the agency has grown into a comprehensive one-stop shop for musicians looking to elevate their careers. We’ve evolved into a multifaceted musician agency, offering a wide range of services tailored to the modern musician’s needs, from branding and marketing strategies to personal development, financial literacy, and performance coaching.
KCA's growth reflects its commitment to providing holistic support to artists, helping them navigate every aspect of their careers. By expanding its offerings and expertise, the agency has become a trusted resource for musicians at every stage of their journey, empowering them to succeed in an ever-changing industry.
our vision
We envision a world where all artists wake up each morning feeling inspired, secure, and fulfilled by living in the calling of their work.
Our clients
Who We Work With
Community and collaboration are at the core of who we are and why we exist — KCA is a place of belonging where everyone is always welcome.
Over the years, we’ve created community of like-minded artists who are passionate about music. Our team works with musicians all over who are looking to elevate their careers, improve their wellbeing, and hone their craft.
We created our agency to helping aspiring artists overcome the preconceived notions of what it means to be a professional musician —and our clients enjoy working with a team that knows the ins and outs of the music industry. In everything we do, we make sure to provide each of our artists with next-level service and support.
Meet our Fearless Leader
As a musician herself, Karen Cubides knows what it takes to make a career out of talent. And, she can be credited for changing the career path of many, now well-known, musicians.
Karen Cubides
CEO + Founder
Karen Cubides is the passionate and engaging founder and CEO of the Karen Cubides Agency based in Nashville, Tennessee. Her holistic approach to coaching her clients allows her to serve a wide range of well-established musicians and young professionals alike in unique and personal ways. Through her intimate understanding of the relationship between personal growth and professional achievement, Karen builds up the individual, the artist, and the professional within each of her clients as they master goal-setting, lifestyle balance, and the nuances of our evolving industry. Her commitment, care, and creativity have connected her with incredible individuals and organizations across the world.
Karen founded her agency early in her career out of her empathy for the people she worked with and admired. She firmly believes that musicians do not have to choose between promising careers and fulfilling personal lives. Her compassion has driven her time and again to better herself and her agency to bring out the best in each of her clients, both personally and professionally. By understanding and assessing the whole individual and not the performer exclusively, her clients continue to thrive in their creative passions and In their personal relationships. Karen has had the privilege of working with musicians of all backgrounds, from bird land to broadway and from the Philharmonic to the Blair School of Music.
As CEO of KCA and as an avid educator, Karen is a frequent lecturer on arts marketing and branding, appearing at the New England Conservatory, the Colburn School, the Curtis Institute of Music, Vanderbilt University, and Boston Conservatory, among other institutions. One of her greatest passions is serving young professionals as they navigate the tumultuous transition from student musician to professional artist. Karen created the Emerging Artists Program within KCA to meet this end. Her unique program allows these musicians to access mentorship, resources, and a thriving community of like-minded creatives. As such, the transition is much more tangible and attainable, and these young professionals can easily tap into the guidance they need.
Karen is also the founder and host of The Musician’s Guide to being Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise. This podcast Interviews cutting edge, deeply personal, and wonderfully insightful professionals In the music world and serves as a platform and resource for musicians of all levels. Featured guests on the podcast include Jennifer Wharton, Christian Griego, Jeremy Wilson, Roxy Coss, and more.
Karen resides in Nashville, Tennessee with her brilliant, husband Nick Laufer, her wonderful baby Theo James, and their rescue dogs, Aldo and Reina.
from stressful to successful
client stories
“The prospect of having headshots taken is a very stressful thing for pretty much everyone. I put it off for an embarrassing amount of time. Working with Karen’s team could not have been a better experience. They smoothed every step from picking the wardrobe, to understanding the process, and finally feeling completely comfortable during the actual taking of photos. It was worth every penny.”
-Nikki Abbisi, Trombonist & Educator